Are you passionate about internal controls? The organization's SOX program management office (PMO) is expanding and is committed to operational excellence and compliance at scale. We are seeking an SOX PMO SAP Advisor to support the execution and quality of our global SOX testing program. This role will directly report to the SOX PMO SAP-IT Manager and support testing protocols, work with partner delivery, and ensure our control environment remains audit-ready and risk-aligned. This role will work cross-functionally with finance, IT, and external auditors to ensure excellence in SOX compliance. As the SAP Advisor, you will contribute to the execution engine of the SOX control testing program.

Description

Lead the planning and execution of SOX testing, including walkthroughs, test scripts, evidence evaluation, and conclusion documentation. This role will support the testing teams to ensure high-quality, timely, and consistent delivery. Coordinate testing and remediation activities with external audit and co-sourced partner counterparts. Excite and maintain standardized testing methodologies, documentation protocols, and quality control practices. Engage with control owners to support expectations that control performance is complete, inspectable, and compliant with audit standards. Support the integration of SOX automation and tooling to improve efficiency and data-driven insights in testing.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with database and operating system controls supporting SAP (e.g, HANA, Oracle, Windows, Unix).

Big 4 or large public company experience preferred.

Experience with SOX testing methodologies, documentation standards, and control evaluation.

Experience supporting testing delivery across multiple functions or geographies.

Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to influence across teams.

Exposure to test automation and control performance monitoring.

CPA, CIA, CISA and/or equivalent certification a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of experience in SOX, internal controls, IT audit, internal audit, or external audit.

Strong understanding of core SAP modules (e.g., FI/CO, MM, SD, HCM, Basis).

Familiarity with database and operating system controls supporting SAP (e.g, HANA, Oracle, Windows, Unix).

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

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Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $137,900 and $207,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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